JTA
Arthur Waskow, activist rabbi who brought Jewish spiritual wisdom to bear on progressive politics, dies at 92
20 Oct 2025
Rabbi Arthur Waskow, a pivotal figure in the Jewish Renewal movement and a champion of progressive causes, has passed away at the age of 92. Known for pionee...
20 Oct 2025
Hadassah
Heart to Heart With Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
20 Oct 2025
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, the senior rabbi at Central Synagogue in New York City, will engage in a conversation on December 8, 2025, about her unique journey fr...
20 Oct 2025
Forward
How an 'unlikely rabbi' went from Korea to Colbert
20 Oct 2025
Angela Buchdahl's memoir "Heart of a Stranger" explores her unique journey from her South Korean roots to becoming a notable figure in American Judaism as th...
20 Oct 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Turning the page
20 Oct 2025
Mark S. Charendoff of the Maimonides Fund outlines the critical challenges facing American Jews and Israel in the wake of recent turmoil in Gaza. He emphasiz...
20 Oct 2025
Chabad.org
Transforming A Gang Infested School
17 Oct 2025
In this episode of the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" podcast, listeners are taken on a powerful journey into the transformation of a school previou...
17 Oct 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Remembering my chavruta: Rabbi Moshe Hauer, z”l
17 Oct 2025
Rabbi Rick Jacobs reflects on the profound impact of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zl, highlighting their unique relationship despite their differing religious backgrou...
17 Oct 2025
JTA
Fearless or foolish? Michael Roth, Wesleyan’s Jewish president, stands apart in opposing Trump’s campus policies
16 Oct 2025
Wesleyan University president Michael Roth is an outspoken critic of President Trump's campus policies, particularly those affecting Jewish life and academic...
16 Oct 2025
Hadassah
Angela Buchdahl, ‘An Unlikely Rabbi’
16 Oct 2025
Angela Buchdahl, renowned for her remarkable journey from a diverse heritage to becoming a leading figure in Reform Judaism, is celebrated for her transforma...
16 Oct 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ZTL
16 Oct 2025
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ZTL, passed away suddenly at the age of 64, leaving a significant void in Jewish leadership. As the Executive Vice President of the OU, he...
16 Oct 2025
JTA
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, OU leader admired across Jewish world, is dead at 60
16 Oct 2025
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, a prominent figure in American Orthodoxy and a respected leader across Jewish denominations, has tragically passed away at age 60. As the ...
16 Oct 2025
Mishpacha
One Jump Ahead
15 Oct 2025
In "One Jump Ahead," Cindy Scarr recounts the remarkable life story of Boaz Abramoff, a cadet at the US Air Force Academy, who survived a life-threatening pa...
15 Oct 2025
Mishpacha
Principle Growth
14 Oct 2025
Eliyahu Kholodenko, founder of Questrade, showcases a blend of business acumen and strong religious values. When faced with a potential setback during a cruc...
14 Oct 2025
Chabad.org
An Everlasting Impact
13 Oct 2025
"An Everlasting Impact" is a podcast episode from Chabad.org exploring the profound influence of individuals who make significant contributions to their comm...
13 Oct 2025
Rationalist Judaism
...And There You Have It.
13 Oct 2025
Natan Slifkin critiques the response of the Charedi community, particularly Agudas Yisrael, regarding recent events involving Israeli hostages and the role o...
13 Oct 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Transforming workplace conflict: 7 lessons from JSJR’s pilot program
12 Oct 2025
In response to the burnout and workforce challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jewish Social Justice Roundtable (JSJR), in collaboration with ...
12 Oct 2025
The Free Press
Is the ADL Inadvertently Making Antisemitism Worse?
10 Oct 2025
A new study by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI), in collaboration with Rutgers University's Social Perception Lab, questions the effectiveness...
10 Oct 2025
Tablet
Clearance Sale
10 Oct 2025
Peter Theroux shares a narrative set in Benghazi, Libya, during President Barack Obama's second term, focusing on his experience within the CIA's Counterterr...
10 Oct 2025
The Free Press
He Spent 491 Days as a Hamas Hostage. This Is How He Survived.
7 Oct 2025
Eli Sharabi's harrowing experience as a hostage of Hamas is detailed in his memoir, "Hostage," which documents the 491 days of captivity he endured, holding ...
7 Oct 2025
Forward
Bari Weiss, Free Press founder who started as antisemitism crusader, named editor-in-chief of CBS
6 Oct 2025
Bari Weiss, who began her career as a campus activist highlighting antisemitism, has been appointed editor-in-chief of CBS News, marking a significant shift ...
6 Oct 2025
Chabad.org
Rabbi Dr Shimon Waranker
5 Oct 2025
Rabbi Dr. Shimon Waranker is spotlighted in a podcast episode as part of the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" series. The narrative delves into his u...
5 Oct 2025
Chabad.org
Turning Gangsters Into Graduates
5 Oct 2025
Shimon’s remarkable transformation from a bullied orphan to a knighted champion of the underprivileged highlights his journey and dedication to making a prof...
5 Oct 2025
MomentMag
A Wide-Open Conversation with Elisha Wiesel
30 Sep 2025
In a wide-ranging discussion, Elisha Wiesel, son of the famed Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel, shares insights into his father's impactful ...
30 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Reb. Vichna Kaplan Principal of Faith (ft. Reb. Leibowitz) pt. 1 of 2
30 Sep 2025
Rebbetzin Vichna Kaplan was a transformative figure in American Jewish education, particularly in her efforts to provide a robust educational framework for g...
30 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Great Sheikhs
30 Sep 2025
Rabbi Yaakov Yisrael Herzog, an unconventional and ambitious figure, has appointed himself as the Chief Rabbi of Saudi Arabia, despite the complex political ...
30 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Why Charlie Kirk Will Be Greatly Missed
30 Sep 2025
Charlie Kirk, the influential founder of Turning Point USA, was tragically assassinated, sparking a nationwide debate about free speech and political violenc...
30 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Want better leaders? Start with better pay
30 Sep 2025
Rabbi Joshua Rabin argues that inadequate compensation is a significant yet overlooked factor contributing to burnout in the Jewish professional sector. Desp...
30 Sep 2025
Jewish Review of Books
Rabbis in Wartime
29 Sep 2025
In a world reeling from the events of October 7, rabbis have been thrust into the spotlight as spiritual guides navigating uncharted waters. Two recent works...
29 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Leadership and the courage of accountability
29 Sep 2025
Idana Goldberg dives into the topic of leadership accountability, drawing parallels between Talmudic teachings in Tractate Horayot and modern philanthropic p...
29 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
In the fight against antisemitism, passion isn’t enough
26 Sep 2025
Amid a resurgence of antisemitism in the United States, the Jewish community has responded with an outpouring of organization and funding, yet questions abou...
26 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Forty years later: Celebrating the sisterhood of female clergy
25 Sep 2025
The article reflects on the significant progress and ongoing challenges for female clergy within the Conservative Jewish movement, 40 years after the ordinat...
25 Sep 2025
Forward
We can feel brokenhearted for the suffering of the children of Isaac and of Ishmael. We must.
25 Sep 2025
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, during her Rosh Hashanah sermon at Central Synagogue, addresses the challenging conversation around Israel, balancing her love for Isr...
25 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Be Normal
25 Sep 2025
The article is a heartfelt tribute to Rabbi Dovid Kamenetsky ztzl, reflecting on his understated yet profound influence on those around him. Known for his de...
25 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
‘We want YOU!’: A creative approach to investing in the rabbinic pipeline
25 Sep 2025
Mem Global is addressing the decline in non-Orthodox rabbinic school enrollments by hosting a retreat in the Catskills aimed at inspiring young adults to con...
25 Sep 2025
Lehrhaus
When My Synagogue Closed
25 Sep 2025
Danny Groner reflects on the closure of his synagogue in Riverdale, New York, attributing it to post-pandemic shifts in congregational needs and priorities. ...
25 Sep 2025
JTA
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks died 5 years ago. His new Torah commentary is making waves in Israel.
24 Sep 2025
Five years after Rabbi Jonathan Sacks' passing, his impact continues to grow, particularly in Israel, with the recent release of the Koren Sacks Humash. This...
24 Sep 2025
Jewish History Lectures
The Personal Odyssey of the Yabloner Rebbe
23 Sep 2025
The fascinating narrative of the Yabloner Rebbe is a profound story of personal transformation and rediscovery. This Hasidic Rebbe’s journey, encapsulated du...
23 Sep 2025
Forward
Bruce Pearl, Auburn’s record-breaking Jewish basketball coach, resigns amid rumored Senate run
22 Sep 2025
Bruce Pearl, the celebrated coach who transformed Auburn's basketball team into a national powerhouse and a staunch advocate for Jewish and Israeli causes, h...
22 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
A time for renewal and responsibility
22 Sep 2025
Momentum, an organization dedicated to empowering Jewish women since 2007, plays a crucial role in connecting Jewish women globally and fostering leadership ...
22 Sep 2025
MomentMag
Love and Loss: The Leonard Fein Family Story with Jessica Fein and Nadine Epstein
19 Sep 2025
Jessica Fein, author and daughter of Leonard 'Leibel' Fein, joins Moment Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein for an insightful discussion on the themes of love, l...
19 Sep 2025
JTA
For Jewish communal professionals, internal rifts pose the greatest barrier to hope, survey finds
18 Sep 2025
A new survey of nearly 950 Jewish communal professionals reveals deep-seated internal divisions as the primary source of hopelessness, surpassing concerns of...
18 Sep 2025
Forward
A High Holiday helpline for rabbis is flooded with millennial calls
18 Sep 2025
The Elul Helpline, created by Jewish nonprofit Atra, is increasingly utilized by younger rabbis facing intense challenges leading up to the High Holidays. Th...
18 Sep 2025
The Free Press
I’m an Orthodox Jew Because of Charlie Kirk
17 Sep 2025
Adam Sharf recounts how a chance encounter with conservative activist Charlie Kirk at the University of Oregon led him down a path of introspection, ultimate...
17 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Building a Community: Stories from the Ground Up
15 Sep 2025
The article showcases a series of narratives highlighting the indispensable efforts of individuals and families in fostering Jewish communities across variou...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Getting It Done, and Doing It Right, in Houston: Yakov Polatsek
15 Sep 2025
Yakov Polatsek has played a pivotal role in revitalizing Orthodox Jewish life in Houston. Under his financial leadership and commitment, Yeshiva Torat Emet n...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Warmth Beyond Sunshine in Phoenix: Shaun and Gary Tuch
15 Sep 2025
Shaun and Gary Tuch, motivated by high living costs and the bustling pace of Los Angeles, moved to Phoenix with their families to build and grow within a Jew...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Putting Springfield, New Jersey, on the Map: Ben Hoffer
15 Sep 2025
Ben Hoffer and Rabbi Chaim Marcus have been instrumental in revitalizing the Jewish community of Springfield, New Jersey, transforming it from an aging congr...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
How a Shul Rewrote Its Story: Yosef Kirschner
15 Sep 2025
The revival of Golf Manor Synagogue in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a story of effective leadership and community transformation. Following a significant decline in ...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
The Accidental Activist: Avi Apfel
15 Sep 2025
Avi Apfel, originally from West Hempstead, New York, has emerged as an influential community leader in Rhawnhurst, a small, close-knit Orthodox Jewish neighb...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Modeling Leadership in Memphis: Noam and Dr. Deena Davidovics
15 Sep 2025
Noam and Dr. Deena Davidovics are key figures in strengthening the Orthodox community in Memphis, Tennessee, where they have resided since 2012. Both Noam, p...
15 Sep 2025
Jewish Action
Building a Community: Pointers from the Pros
15 Sep 2025
To build a thriving Jewish community, essential elements include establishing a K-8 day school and a high school to retain families, as well as infrastructur...
15 Sep 2025